Role Overview

We’re currently looking for an Export Documentation & Trade Execution Specialist who will play a vital role in our global operations function. This position is responsible for ensuring cotton shipments move swiftly and smoothly across borders, driving timely delivery and full payment in line with contract terms. You’ll collaborate closely with a network of colleagues as well as domestic service providers, global customers, ocean carriers and banking partners to coordinate and compile all critical export documentation. This is a great chance to join the fast-paced soft commodities industry.

With a strong focus on accuracy, efficiency, and teamwork, you’ll help ensure every shipment clears without delay. In an international environment, proactive and clear communication across time zones is key to making sure you act as an essential link in our mission to deliver excellence worldwide.

Business Overview

ED&F Man Cotton was established in mid-2025, driven by an ambition to become a leading trader of raw cotton, serving customers around the world. The breadth of ED&F Man Commodities’ existing operations provides ED&F Man Cotton with offices in all major cotton producing regions and expertise in operating sustainable containerized supply chains, underpinned by robust risk management procedures.

We are part of ED&F Man Commodities, a world leading trader of agricultural products including coffee, sugar, cotton, molasses and animal feed.

Key Accountabilities

• Take full ownership of the end-to-end documentation process for global shipments, ensuring proactive resolution of issues and continuous improvement of documentation workflows.
• Review and verify sales contracts, shipping instructions, and Letters of Credit (LCs) with a focus on accuracy, compliance, and risk mitigation; proactively clarify and revise terms in collaboration with trade finance and commercial teams.
• Execute ocean carrier AES/SI filings, ensuring timely and accurate submissions to prevent container splits or rolls.
• Lead the coordination and verification of all third-party documentation, including Phytosanitary Certificates, Quality Certificates, Ocean Bills of Lading, and Certificates of Origin.
• Generate precise and compliant commercial and intercompany invoices.
• Liaise with USDA and PCIT offices to obtain Phytosanitary Certificates, ensuring compliance with importing country regulations.
• Ensure that all required documentation is assembled, verified, and submitted to banks and customers in alignment with LC and contractual deadlines.
• Manage presentation of shipping documents to banks for LC negotiation, acceptance, or payment processing across multiple global contracts.
• Coordinate seamlessly with internal and external stakeholders including merchants, logistics teams, banks, ocean carriers, suppliers, and customers to ensure smooth, on-time shipment execution.
• Provide proactive updates to customers and internal teams on documentation and shipment status, using digital tools and systems to maintain transparency and visibility.
• Identify and implement process improvements, embracing automation or system enhancements that increase documentation speed, accuracy, and compliance.

Skills and Experience

• Prior hands-on experience working with Letters of Credit and a solid understanding of trade finance documentation processes.
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, high-responsibility environment with multiple priorities and evolving global regulations.
• Strong technical skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and a high degree of comfort working with logistics platforms, ERP systems, or data/document automation tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey clear documentation instructions to international partners.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized, with the ability to independently manage and meet deadlines without sacrificing accuracy.
• Entrepreneurial action-lead mindset, taking ownership of processes consistently seeking ways to improve outcomes.
• Solution-focused problem solver who thrives under pressure and can creatively address challenges related to shipment and document execution.

We recognise that talent comes in many forms, and we value potential just as much as experience. If this role excites you but you don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply.

Our Offer

We provide a fast-paced, stimulating and truly global environment, which will stretch your abilities and channel your talents. We also offer competitive salary and benefits combined with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the global leaders in soft commodity trading.

Our Values

Respect, Integrity, Meritocracy, Client Focus, Entrepreneurship

Our values define who we are. They are the fundamental beliefs that determine our actions and guide our behaviour. They influence the way we communicate and collaborate, and define the way we engage with our clients, partners, and communities. Our values are underpinned by a set of essential behaviours, which form part of our performance management approach. Delivering on our objectives is very much about ‘what’ we do, but these essential behaviours also provide a guide and measure for ‘how’ we do things. Our performance essentials are Take Initiative, Self‐Management, Deliver Results and Collaboration.

Our Commitment

We are committed to creating and sustaining an inclusive and diverse work environment where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. We are committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and are focussed on actively building and developing diverse teams. All qualified applicants will receive equal treatment without regard to race, colour, sex, gender, age, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, marital or civil partner status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment (identity, gender expression), genetic information or any characteristic protected by local law.

We are willing to make any reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

Role Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for someone to join us as a Cotton Buyer to work in a truly entrepreneurial environment. This role will be responsible for procuring cotton by developing and maintaining a customer base within the Southeastern territories to achieve business results as established through business planning and goal setting. The role provides long term development potential for someone eager to demonstrate their skills and experience in the fast-paced soft commodities environment.

Business Overview

ED&F Man Cotton was established in mid-2025, driven by an ambition to become a leading trader of raw cotton, serving customers around the world. The breadth of ED&F Man Commodities’ existing operations provides ED&F Man Cotton with offices in all major cotton producing regions and expertise in operating sustainable containerized supply chains, underpinned by robust risk management procedures.

We are part of ED&F Man Commodities, a world leading trader of agricultural products including coffee, sugar, cotton, molasses and animal feed.

The position is based remotely throughout the Southeast of the US, with substantial travel required during the buying season September to March.

Key Accountabilities

• Develop, implement and manage regional procurement and contracting strategies, ensuring overall alignment with corporate objectives.
• Management of general buying positions, contract exposure, credit, freight and logistics in conjunction with the internal team, to meet or exceed budgeted volumes and margins.
• Achieve fiscal procurement through various contract options that align with the corporate strategy (e.g. Customer Basis Adjustment).
• Conduct analysis of the current and future agricultural trends alongside competitor analysis to develop and implement strategies to create commercial opportunities.
• Management of purchase contracts alongside internal support teams.
• Develop and maintain effective partnerships with customers (including agents) in respective regions, identifying new business opportunities whilst balancing profitability, market share and customer service.
• Provide customer learning opportunities that provide incremental value, regarding strategies in order to increase awareness of customer/business needs.
• Responsible for establishing marketing plans to achieve margin and volume objectives, alongside the trading team.
• Coordinate research, analysis and gathering of information to support the regional production and quality model.
• Track purchase levels for month end P&L to ensure reconciliation and weekly reports of market structure and activity in the region, related to trade levels, volumes and competitor information.
• Represents the business in regional industry groups.

Skills and Experience

• Substantial prior experience within the commodity buying / origination function, preferably within the cotton industry.
• Degree educated within preferably agriculture, agri-business, business administration or marketing.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with customers and colleagues in a competitive environment.
• Proven ability to identify opportunities to deepen relationships and improve client satisfaction and retention.
• Understanding of warehousing tariffs, trading terms and quality specifications
• Excellent oral, written and listening communication skills.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Proven knowledge and understanding of purchasing contracts.

We recognise that talent comes in many forms, and we value potential just as much as experience. If this role excites you but you don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply.

Our Offer

We provide a fast-paced, stimulating and truly global environment, which will stretch your abilities and channel your talents. We also offer competitive salary and benefits combined with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the global leaders in soft commodity trading.

Our Values

Respect, Integrity, Meritocracy, Client Focus, Entrepreneurship

Our values define who we are. They are the fundamental beliefs that determine our actions and guide our behaviour. They influence the way we communicate and collaborate, and define the way we engage with our clients, partners, and communities. Our values are underpinned by a set of essential behaviours, which form part of our performance management approach. Delivering on our objectives is very much about ‘what’ we do, but these essential behaviours also provide a guide and measure for ‘how’ we do things. Our performance essentials are Take Initiative, Self‐Management, Deliver Results and Collaboration.

Our Commitment

We are committed to creating and sustaining an inclusive and diverse work environment where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. We are committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and are focussed on actively building and developing diverse teams. All qualified applicants will receive equal treatment without regard to race, colour, sex, gender, age, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, marital or civil partner status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment (identity, gender expression), genetic information or any characteristic protected by local law.

We are willing to make any reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

Role Overview

This is a unique opportunity to join ED&F Man Commodities newly established cotton trading business unit as Head of Operations to build an efficient operations and trade execution function. Through effective commercial partnership with the front office In Amsterdam and global origination teams you will create scalable operational systems and process, as well as building a high-performing team that will form an integral part of supporting the seamless, compliant, and cost-effective movement of cotton.

Business Overview

ED&F Man Cotton was established in mid-2025, driven by an ambition to become a leading trader of raw cotton, serving customers around the world. The breadth of ED&F Man Commodities existing operations provides ED&F Man Cotton with offices in major cotton producing regions and expertise in operating sustainable containerised supply chains, underpinned by robust risk management procedures.

We are part of ED&F Man Commodities, a world leading trader of agricultural products including coffee, sugar, cotton, molasses and animal feed.

Key Accountabilities

Trade Execution, Operational Risk and Documentation

• Oversee the full lifecycle of trade execution, including contract fulfilment, documentation and delivery tracking.
• Collaborate with internal departments (e.g., contract issuance, trade finance) to ensure smooth contract execution.
• Negotiate and settle final freight payments.
• Maintain contractual records, key correspondence, status, and issue reports.
• Identify operational risks in real-time and proactively implement mitigation plans.
• Ensure appropriate, auditable standards, controls, and governance frameworks are in place, ensuring contracts are legally and ethically compliant.

Leadership and Global Coordination

• Coordinate with the global ED&F Man logistics and execution teams across all commodity trading desks to ensure alignment on freight and third-party providers.
• Review organizational design and talent needs to ensure the team is fit-for-purpose and future-ready as the business grows.

Digitalisation and continuous Improvement

• Lead digitalization of the supply chain operations and logistics workflows, including system integration, automation and performance visibility.
• Design and implement data-driven dashboards and KPIs to monitor trade efficiency and minimize documentation turnaround time, discrepancies, document issuance time and working capital usage across all geographies.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement across documentation, workflows and interdepartmental coordination.

Skills and Experience

• Substantial global logistics management, trade execution or trade operations experience from agricultural soft commodity trading, preferably cotton, although metal trading is also relevant.
• Ability to work on own initiative, self-motivate and lead in high-pressure, time-sensitive trading environments.
• Knowledge and experience of contract management within trading, reimbursements and documentary, letters of credit.
• Deep knowledge of international trade documentation, Incoterms, and port/inland logistics.
• Strategic mindset with a hands-on and problem-solving approach.
• Excellent communicator with the ability to collaborate, manage and constructively engage with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders across diverse cultures and regions.
• High level of commercial acumen, strong analytical skills, and keen attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Excel, trade execution platforms, and supply chain management systems. ITAS experience is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with cotton-specific trade execution challenges highly advantageous.

We recognise that talent comes in many forms, and we value potential just as much as experience. If this role excites you but you don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply.

Our Offer

We provide a fast-paced, stimulating and truly global environment, which will stretch your abilities and channel your talents. We also offer competitive salary and benefits combined with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the global leaders in soft commodity trading.

Our Values

Respect, Integrity, Meritocracy, Client Focus, Entrepreneurship

Our values define who we are. They are the fundamental beliefs that determine our actions and guide our behaviour. They influence the way we communicate and collaborate, and define the way we engage with our clients, partners, and communities. Our values are underpinned by a set of essential behaviours, which form part of our performance management approach. Delivering on our objectives is very much about ‘what’ we do, but these essential behaviours also provide a guide and measure for ‘how’ we do things. Our performance essentials are Take Initiative, Self‐Management, Deliver Results and Collaboration.

Our Commitment

We are committed to creating and sustaining an inclusive and diverse work environment where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. We are committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and are focussed on actively building and developing diverse teams. All qualified applicants will receive equal treatment without regard to race, colour, sex, gender, age, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, marital or civil partner status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment (identity, gender expression), genetic information or any characteristic protected by local law.

We are willing to make any reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

To apply you must have the right to work for the provided location.

Role Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for someone to join us as a Trade Operations Analyst to work in a truly global environment. This role will support our supply chain to ensure the seamless and compliant movement of cotton across domestic and international markets. The role provides long term development potential for someone eager to demonstrate their skills and experience in the fast-paced soft commodities environment.

Business Overview

ED&F Man Cotton was established in mid-2025, driven by an ambition to become a leading trader of raw cotton, serving customers around the world. The breadth of ED&F Man Commodities’ existing operations provides ED&F Man Cotton with offices in all major cotton producing regions and expertise in operating sustainable containerised supply chains, underpinned by robust risk management procedures.

We are part of ED&F Man Commodities, a world leading trader of agricultural products including coffee, sugar, cotton, molasses and animal feed.

The position is based from our offices in Houston, Texas.

Key Accountabilities

• Supporting the day-to-day supply chain operations related to the export of cotton from point of origin to end users.
• Track and report shipment status, coordinating movement of raw cotton bales.
• Negotiate freight with vendors for domestic and international shipments as well as international export bookings with ocean carriers.
• Coordinate logistics via ocean, rail and truck to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery, continuously reviewing to optimize freight costs.
• Prepare and verify trade documentations, certificate of origin, phytosanitary certificates, offer sheets and shipping instructions.
• Responsible for minimizing storage costs through diligent scheduling of loads against all sales contracts.
• Work with Third Party Logistics providers and warehouses to resolve any issues in the supply chain.
• Ensure compliance with USDA, APHIS trade export requirements.
• Assist in managing cotton inventory, preparing and communicating inventory levels.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills and Experience

• Educated at Bachelor’s Degree or higher, preferably in the field of Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, Economics or similar related field.
• Prior experience in supply chain, logistics, or trade operations in agriculture.
• Knowledge of the transportation industry is an asset, including experience with inventory management and TMS systems (ITAS, broker platforms).
• Demonstrates understanding of Inco terms and ability to negotiate freight and truck rates.
• Excellent organizational skills, able to adhere to deadlines and ensure accuracy.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and familiarity with data analysis tools.
• Working knowledge of USDA, APHIS export reporting, experience with export documentation and phytosanitary certification compliance is preferable.
• Knowledge of international cotton supply chain is preferable.
• Good attention to detail especially when doing trade reporting and data analysis.
• Problem solving mindset with a proactive approach to trade operations.

We recognise that talent comes in many forms, and we value potential just as much as experience. If this role excites you but you don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply.

Our Offer

We provide a fast-paced, stimulating and truly global environment, which will stretch your abilities and channel your talents. We also offer competitive salary and benefits combined with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the global leaders in soft commodity trading.

Our Values

Respect, Integrity, Meritocracy, Client Focus, Entrepreneurship

Our values define who we are. They are the fundamental beliefs that determine our actions and guide our behaviour. They influence the way we communicate and collaborate, and define the way we engage with our clients, partners, and communities. Our values are underpinned by a set of essential behaviours, which form part of our performance management approach. Delivering on our objectives is very much about ‘what’ we do, but these essential behaviours also provide a guide and measure for ‘how’ we do things. Our performance essentials are Take Initiative, Self‐Management, Deliver Results and Collaboration.

Our Commitment

We are committed to creating and sustaining an inclusive and diverse work environment where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. We are committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and are focussed on actively building and developing diverse teams. All qualified applicants will receive equal treatment without regard to race, colour, sex, gender, age, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, marital or civil partner status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment (identity, gender expression), genetic information or any characteristic protected by local law.

We are willing to make any reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process.